Align: meaning, definitions and examples

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align

[ əˈlaɪn ]

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To arrange or adjust in a straight line or to bring components into proper or desirable coordination correlation.

Synonyms

adjust, arrange, position

Examples of usage

Please align the text to the left margin.
Make sure all the images are aligned properly on the page.

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support or side with a particular person or group

To support or agree with a particular person, group, or cause.

Synonyms

affiliate, associate, side with

Examples of usage

I align myself with the goals of the organization.
She chose to align with the opposing political party.

Translations

Translations of the word "align" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alinhar

🇮🇳 संरेखित करना

🇩🇪 ausrichten

🇮🇩 menyelaraskan

🇺🇦 вирівнювати

🇵🇱 wyrównać

🇯🇵 整列させる

🇫🇷 aligner

🇪🇸 alinear

🇹🇷 hizalamak

🇰🇷 정렬하다

🇸🇦 محاذاة

🇨🇿 zarovnat

🇸🇰 zarovnať

🇨🇳 对齐

🇸🇮 poravnati

🇮🇸 jafna

🇰🇿 теңестіру

🇬🇪 გასწორება

🇦🇿 düzləşdirmək

🇲🇽 alinear

Word origin

The word 'align' originated from the Middle English word 'alignen' which came from the Old French word 'alignier', meaning 'to range in a line'. The concept of aligning objects or thoughts has been prevalent throughout history, from military formations to modern-day design principles. It signifies the act of bringing things into order or agreement.